Contract manufacturing

Piping for footwear and technical apparel

Corded piping that finishes and defines the edges of shoe uppers and garments. Also available in reflective and water-repellent versions. Contract manufacturing in Trevignano (Treviso), Italy.

  • Since 1973
  • Factory in Trevignano (Treviso), Italy
  • Samples before production
  • Also on customer-supplied material
Profili e piping colorati in tessuto
Trevignano (Treviso), Italy

In short

What it is, in short

Piping is a narrow corded trim sewn into seams to finish and define the edges of shoe uppers and garments. In Italian it is also called “profilo” or “coda di topo”. Aravec produces piping on contract to specification, in many colours and materials, including reflective and water-repellent versions.

Piping

What it is and what it is for

Piping is a trim with a rounded section that completes and outlines edges. In footwear it defines and finishes the lines of the upper; in apparel it highlights seams, pockets, collars and hems and can make the garment more visible.

We produce it on contract for shoe factories, upper makers and apparel companies, in a wide range of colours and materials. It is also available in reflective, water-repellent and PFAS-free finish versions: our quotation always states the material and treatment the feature refers to. Need it cut to length? Combine it with our contract cutting service.

  • Also known as corded piping or welt
  • For edges of uppers and garments
  • Reflective and water-repellent versions
  • Wide choice of colours, to specification
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Technical data

Technical specifications

We work to customer specification: the values below are those we already produce or our standard; for other sizes ask us for an assessment.

ComponentCorded piping
Typical useEdges and seams of uppers; technical and fashion apparel
VersionsStandard, reflective, water-repellent, PFAS-free water-repellent finish
Colours and sizesTo customer specification
SupplyOn reels or cut to length (contract cutting)

“Water-repellent” and “PFAS-free” refer to the treatment of the specific material stated in the quotation; the available technical documentation is supplied on request.

How we work

From drawing to production in four steps

  1. 1

    The idea

    You send us the component: a drawing, a technical sheet, a sample or simply its end use.

  2. 2

    The study

    Our R&D department selects the most suitable materials, sizes, finishes and processes.

  3. 3

    The solution

    We make the prototype and samples for you to test and approve before production.

  4. 4

    Production

    We produce the batch in our factory in Trevignano (Treviso), Italy, to the approved sample.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can’t find the answer? Write to us or call +39 0423 81554.

What is piping on shoes?

It is a narrow corded trim sewn into the seams to finish and define the edges of the upper.

What is reflective piping?

Piping made from reflective material, which reflects light and makes footwear or garments more visible in the dark.

Do you offer water-repellent, PFAS-free piping?

Yes, water-repellent piping is available, also with a PFAS-free finish. The quotation states the material and treatment the feature refers to.

Quotes and samples

Do you have a component to develop or produce?

Send us a drawing, technical sheet or sample: we will reply with a proposal covering process, possible materials and lead times.

  • Attach a drawing or technical sheet
  • We work to customer specification
  • Also on customer-supplied material
Type of request

Prefer email? Write to segreteria@aravec.it